BA in Cognitive Science
The 120-credit BA in Psychology provides a scientific foundation in human behavior, emotions, and mental processes. Students complete core courses in statistics, research methods, lifespan development, social psychology, and cognition to establish psychological literacy. Students also complete an upper level psychology elective and a senior seminar capstone.
With a blend of theory and application, the curriculum develops analytical skills, critical thinking, and capacities to understand diverse psychological phenomena.
Avila’s psychology program is a flexible program designed to meet you where you are. The program is on-campus as an undergraduate and online for the adult undergraduate student. The Master’s in Psychology is also flexible with a Masters in Psychology Counseling and an online
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- A Supportive Environment: Join a collegial workplace where collaboration, respect, and shared purpose are central to our culture.
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a university that prioritizes student success and values service, integrity, and lifelong learning.
- Opportunities to Grow: We invest in your professional development with access to training, leadership opportunities, and resources to help you advance.
- Work-Life Balance: Avila offers competitive compensation, generous leave policies, and a strong commitment to employee well-being.
- Stability with Vision: As a long-standing institution with a focus on innovation, Avila combines tradition with forward-thinking strategies for growth and impact.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
TOEFL (iBT)
An overall score of at least 65 iBT
International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic)
An overall score of at least 5.5 with no individual band score below 5.0
Duolingo English Test
An overall score of at least 95
Pearson PTE Academic
An overall score of at least 46
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
166000 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD
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